Ongoing Projects

EV Charging Stations

Crews will be on campus beginning the week of March 9 to start work on a new electric vehicle (EV) charging station project. In collaboration with the City of Springfield, EV charging stations will be installed in the northwest corner of Parking Lot I‑North.

The stations will be managed and maintained by CWLP, including the establishment and collection of any associated usage fees once the stations are operational.

Library Commons

Structural steel installation has begun! Watch the crews work in real time using the Library Commons Live Stream!

Student Union Sidewalk Closure

Library Commons-related utility work has begun on the east side of the Student Union. Crews are preparing the area for the installation of underground water and electrical lines. The construction area has been roped off. Please use caution when traveling around the area. The sidewalk is expected to reopen approximately June 17.

Public Affairs Center (PAC) Plumbing Infrastructure Renovation

This project will renew the plumbing system in PAC by repairing and replacing sanitary sewer and domestic water pipes.

The building closure has begun, and all PAC occupants are now operating from temporary physical or remote locations. The water main shutoff occurred on Thursday, May 14, and the water main replacement is expected to take about 4 weeks.

The overall project is anticipated to be substantially complete by mid-June, with cleaning and phased re-occupancy scheduled to begin in July. The university is working toward full operations resuming before the start of the fall semester. Please stay tuned for future announcements and schedule updates.

Visit our dedicated PAC Plumbing Infrastructure Renovation Project webpage for the latest updates.

Parking Lot D

Asphalt paving is underway at Lot D. New light fixtures have been installed, and concrete work is complete. The project is on schedule to reopen by June 1.

University Hall (UHB) Classroom Lighting

Work continues on the classroom lighting project in University Hall. Lighting fixtures are being upgraded to new LED flat panels. In addition to a more modern appearance, the fixtures provide significantly improved lighting. This project is on schedule for completion in time for the fall semester.

University Hall Environmental Controls Upgrade

UIS electricians are working alongside external contractors to upgrade the environmental controls in UHB. Work will primarily be focused on floors 1 through 3 of University Hall. Expect to see ceiling tiles removed and ladders, materials, and other project-related equipment throughout the building. This project is a continuation of the work completed last summer on the 4th floor.

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